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Semiconductors: Manufacturing Industries

Asked by Saqib BhattiConservativeDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 9 September 2024UIN 4262

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he plans to take to support the Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult.

Answered by Feryal Clark

The Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult plays a vital role in accelerating the development of compound semiconductor technology and applications. In 2023/24, it received a core grant of £17 million from Innovate UK. It is a strong example of government, industry and academia working together and will continue to play a central part in delivering our commitment to accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science and research.

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